Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | ||||
| Train | South Station (Train Terminal) | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | ||||
| Train | Back Bay Station | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station | ||||
| Train | Boston Route 128, MA | Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station |
Compare 2 ways to go from Boston to Albany
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Albany. The journey takes about 4 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just CA$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Boston, MA, US and Albany, NY?
Boston, MA, US
- A
Back Bay Station
145 Dartmouth St, Boston, MA 02116, USA - B
North Station
100 Legends Way, Boston, MA 02114, USA - C
South Station
700 Atlantic Ave, Boston, MA 02205, USA
Train Companies
Customers were generally satisfied with the service, praising the spacious seat arrangement and smooth travel experience. However, some expressed disappointment as they expected an Amtrak train but got a private bus instead without prior notification. Overall, most reviews highlighted comfort and efficiency with no major complaints.
Amtrak Boston Albany recent customer reviews
It was suppose to be an Amtrak train but it actually was a private bus company,so I was very disappointed,especially since I was never notified of any change.
Anthony P.
very comfortable and smooth, no complaints
Edmil M.
All worked well. Spacious seat arrangement in Coach.
Franziska B.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY by train
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Boston to Albany?
The cheapest train tickets from Boston to Albany start from CA$30. The average price for this train route is around CA$136. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Boston to Albany?
The average train ride duration from Boston to Albany is 7h 44m, covering a distance of 137 miles (221 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 13m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators service the Boston to Albany route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 25 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Boston to Albany?
The earliest train departs from Boston to Albany at 6:05am. And the latest train departs at 7:01pm.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY was searched and found on Sep 7, 2026 with a price of CA$36To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from CA$36 to CA$693 for a train ticket from Boston, MA, US to Albany, NY based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at CA$36 which is on 2026-09-07.
